1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 692 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Foursome | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
